Lake Malawi cichlids — species, locations & maps

Genus:	Copadichromis
Biotope:	Open water near intermediate habitat.
Geographic distribution:	Lake Malawi.
Typical adult size:	Males up to 13 cm, females up to 11 cm.
Sexual dimorphism:	Males grow larger and show more intense coloration; females remain smaller and less colorful.
Recommended aquarium size:	Minimum 300 liters.
Aquarium setup:	Aquarium should be at least 120 cm in length. Large open sandy areas are essential, interrupted by a few larger rocks, while leaving wide sandy spaces between rock structures.
Diet:	Carnivorous; feeds mainly on plankton and small aquatic organisms.
Breeding:	Maternal mouthbrooder. One male should be kept with 2–3 females; larger groups with multiple males are possible if each male has access to several females.
Aggression:	Mildly aggressive within the species; generally peaceful towards other non-aggressive cichlids.
Special notes:	Can be kept with peaceful species such as Aulonocara, other Copadichromis, and suitable Labidochromis species.